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Family Fun

Poole is packed with boredom busting, memory making activities for the whole family.

Discover cliff top woodland walkways, pirate play areas or climb giant woodland insects on the cliff tops along Poole’s three miles of award winning golden sands. Blue Flag beaches offer the perfect place for wave jumping, shell finding and castle creation whilst for the more adventurous, Poole Harbour’s safe, shallow waters are ideal for trying a new activity on the water.

Poole Quay is ideal for a quayside quest. Catch the relatives of Jurassic predators with a traditional crabbing net and explore the town’s rich pirate history on the Cockle Trail or Treasure Hunt available from the Tourist Information Centre based in Poole Museum. See local history brought to life with tactile trails, arts, crafts and hands on activities at Poole Museum and medieval Scaplen’s Court.

From Poole Quay, voyage across the sea to Brownsea, the National Trust’s island of adventure to build dens, unearth mini beasts, spot squirrels and sika deer or try the play trail. For high tech adventure learn more about the RNLI with an interactive tour including the lifeboat simulator at their College Headquarters.

With 43 to choose from, Poole’s parks offer a picnic paradise for every day of the summer holiday. Best known are the woodland walks, play trails, water jets and gorgeous walled garden at Upton Country Park or distinctive Japanese, Italian or heather gardens at the privately owned Compton Acres. Poole Park has something for everyone, with play areas and cricket pitch or try tree climbing, pitch and putt, watersports taster sessions with Rockley Park or ride the famous miniature railway.

Tower Park is the one stop shop for family fun and entertainment, where the cinema, bowling, waterpark, soft play and many restaurants provide everything for a fantastic day out for everyone.

Throughout the summer evenings Poole Quay plays host to a fantastic array of family events ranging from the magical motorbikes of Tuesday night’s Poole Dream Machines to six weeks of Thursday night fireworks on the Quay with live music, street entertainers during the summer holidays. **Due to these unprecedented times BCP Council have made the decision to cancel all their major events and festivals that were due to go ahead this summer. Outdoor events on council public open space are not permitted until the end of August 2020. As and when we hear we will be updating the individual event entries, but please do check with the event organisers before attending any of these events.**

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Sea Fishing Poole

Poole

Sea Fishing Poole, book a fishing trip, buy your equipment or charter a boat - have a day's adventure.
City Cruises Poole

Poole

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Boat cruises, Jurassic Coast, Poole Harbour tours & Sea Train Adventures from Poole Quay.

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Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf

Bournemouth

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Causing havoc across the town, a motley crew must be stopped but the King’s Men are too few and the rest of the town are too scared to intervene.
The Tank Museum

Wareham

The Tank Museum brings history to life, with the world’s best collection of tanks & explosive live displays.

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Poole Quay

Poole

Explore the treasures of Poole's historic quayside, delve deep into the heart of the Old Town where sea captains and pirates once stood.
Splashdown Poole

Poole

Splashdown Poole is the South’s favourite all-action waterpark! Whatever the weather, there is always fun to be had for all the family.
Tower Park Leisure Complex

Poole

At Tower Park, Poole, a galaxy of entertainment unfolds. With the Splashdown water park and Empire Cinema, Tenpin bowling, kids soft play, bingo and a range of restaurants, there's enough to keep you busy whatever the weather.

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Brownsea Island - National Trust

Poole

Take a short boat trip from Poole Quay or Sandbanks to discover an island rich in history, wildlife & adventure. Enjoy peace and tranquility, breathtaking coastal views, walks, & family trails.

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Farmer Palmer's Farm Park

Poole

Farmer Palmer’s is the fabulous Farm Park where young adventurers can frankly ‘let their hair down’ without older children around to stifle their enjoyment!

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The Teddy Bear Museum

Dorchester

Visit the magical world devoted to the teddy bear from its 19th century origins to current world famous bears.
Snowtrax

Hurn, Christchurch

A dry ski slope with fully licensed bar and restaurant and Alpine adventure playpark. Fully equipped ski and snowboard shop with hire facilities.

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Royal Signals Museum

Blandford Forum

Spies, codes, secret agents & electronic warfare, discover where heroes come to life!

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Greenslade Pleasure Boats

Poole

Board a Greenslade boat & see the wonderful Poole Harbour, take a trip up the Wareham river or visit Brownsea Island.

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Compton Acres

Poole

Enjoy over 10 acres of horticultural heaven with spectacular themed gardens, relax in the charming Café, browse creative gifts or delve into the exciting world of plants within the Plant Centre, there's a surprise at every turn.

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Granny Cousins Ghost Walk

Poole

Local Victorian character Granny Cousins will take you on an entertaining and informative evening walk and tell you about some of the people that have lived, worked and haunted this ancient fishing port. Be prepared for anything!
Lemur Landings

Poole

Lemur Landings is one of Dorset’s largest indoor soft play centres, it really is the place to play! Recently refurbished the soft play is a safe, stimulating adventureland for your little lemurs.
The Tutankhamun Exhibition

Dorchester

Discover Tutankhamun's tomb & the world's greatest ancient treasure.
Poole Harbour Watersports

Poole

Take up a new healthy fun activity - kitesurfing & windsurfing for all ages & abilities plus paddle boarding & kayak tours.

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